Indiana tech striving to affect positive change in education
Jake Simons, a fifth grade teacher in the Wa-Nee Community Schools district, has gained international acclaim for the globally competitive robotics teams he launched from his rural community in Nappanee, Ind. In 2019, just two years after he introduced the sport to students, the Woodview Elementary Eaglebots team won the VEX Robotics World Championship. That […]
Meet the Tech Education Award Nominees for the 2022 ‘Best of Tech’ Mira Awards
Recognizing educators, organizations, and programs that inspire and open doors for learners of all ages in ways that supply the future workforce and create economic opportunity for Hoosiers Now more than ever before, learning is happening beyond the classroom. Education doesn’t end when the bell rings or class is dismissed anymore; educators are sharing knowledge, […]
6 organizations Indy’s tech community should get more involved with in 2021
Did your New Year’s resolution include getting involved or giving back? Or maybe you are just searching for a way to connect with others in the community. We have compiled a list of six organizations for the tech community to get more involved with this year. TechPoint Foundation For Youth TechPoint Foundation For Youth (TP4FY) […]
Crystal Morton’s love of numbers drives her own STEM outreach
The new director of K-12 outreach for Women & Hi Tech knows a thing or two about reaching youth with STEM messaging and opportunities. Dr. Crystal Morton started her own program —Girls STEM Institute—which is focused on providing powerful STEM learning experiences to young women of color. She’s also a former high school math teacher […]